Electrical Substation Estimator, EPC Projects

Qualus Electrical Substation Estimator

Power your future with Qualus in our Commercial and Industrial department as an Electrical Substation Estimator, EPC Projects. The Electrical Substation Estimator's primary role is to generate accurate and timely cost estimates and proposals for High Voltage Substation projects. The successful candidate will possess a technical aptitude and attention to detail, and will work directly with members of sales, engineering, and operations to provide technical and commercial pre-order sales support including identifying and qualifying leads, job costing/estimating, and proposal generation.

Responsibilities

• Support sales through the development, execution, and administration of quotes and proposals, with a focus on EPC opportunities.
• Utilize the CRM tool as necessary to manage client and quote-related activity, including assisting with required forecasting activity, and helping to keep CRM data accurate and up-to-date concerning leads, targets, accounts, contacts, and opportunities for clients and prospective clients.
• Review project specifications and requirements and work with members of sales, engineering, and operations to identify the best solution for the client.
• Perform function of quote/bid clarification including interpretation of technical specifications and electrical drawings as they relate to the product/offer being provided.
• Solicit quotes from vendors, subcontractors, and internal resources as needed to compile accurate and competitive cost estimates.
• Develop technical proposals including detailed work scopes, clarifications, exceptions, schedules, and other submittals as needed.
• Keep internal SharePoint project folders updated with pertinent bid documents, estimates, proposals, vendor quotes, and any other relevant information that internal stakeholders need to access and review.
• Develop and maintain a knowledge base library of reference materials for use in preparing proposals, presentations, and technical collateral.
• Participate in quote meetings and lead proposal review and approval calls.
• Assist when needed on pre-bid job walks to ascertain job details necessary for quote development and project execution.
• Assist with clarification/verification during the order hand-off process from sales to operations, including providing all pertinent proposal information necessary to execute the project on time and on budget.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-5 years of EPC estimating experience. Experience with substation and electrical construction projects is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical distribution project specifications and drawings.
• Ability to speak with poise and confidence, using correct English.
• Ability to properly construct written proposals and estimates.
• Ability to use Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Working knowledge of CRM preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, and business acumen.
• Self-motivated with an innate ability to multitask, and an acute attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel for site visits on an as needed basis. Estimated 5-10%.

Benefits & Compensation

Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Company Overview

Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

EEO

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.